Alumni Highlights

Our outstanding alumni continue the work they began at Towson University. Here is a sample of their incredible achievements.

2025 Distinguished Alumni and Deans’ Recognition Awards

Lauren O. Cahalan ’18 was awarded the Towson University Alumni Association Distinguished Young Alumni Award, and Carolyn Scruggs ’87 received the CLA Dean's Recognition Award.

Three CLA Alum Selected as Fulbright Finalists

Luis Rodriguez-Lecha ’26, David Christian ’24 and Ashley Hajimirsadeghi ’24 were awarded Fulbright scholarships for AY 26-27.

Ricardo Batiz: A Degree 50 Years in the Making

65-year-old Ricardo Batiz graduated with a B.A. in English and is returning to TU to begin a master’s degree in professional writing.

Noelle Cook: Bridging Academia and Media

Noelle Cook ’20 published her new book, The Conspiracists: Women, Extremism, and the Lure of Belonging. She visited CLA to speak about her research and writing.

Jennifer Driban: President and CEO of the National Aquarium in Baltimore

The Department of Political Science alumna Jennifer Driban was appointed president and CEO of the National Aquarium in Baltimore.

Krista Respass: Emmy Award-winner

Psychology alum Krista Respass ’95 won a national Emmy for her MPT team’s work on the PBS KIDS show “Carl the Collector.”